Dental Assistant

Reports to: Dental Assistant Coordinator Queens/Manhattan, New York United States Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist, as well as the hygienists, receptionists, dental manager, and other members of the Dental staff
• Teach basic routine oral health education to our patients, and to community groups
• Act as a chair-side assistant to the dentist utilizing accepted four-handed dental techniques
• Use accepted dental radiographic techniques and produces diagnostic radiographs
• Perform basic dental laboratory procedures
• Perform accepted dental sterilization techniques
• Assist receptionists
• Maintain the inventory of supplies and equipment and consult with the dental staff regarding ordering, distribution and storage
• Assist in preparing and maintaining dental records
• Assist in teaching new employees assigned duties
• Assist in oral health education activities at community agencies
• Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalency
• One year of experience as dental assistant required
• Dental Assistant Certification preferred
• Basic CPR (BCLS) Certificate required (Health Center will provide if needed)
• Medical or Dental Assistant training preferred
• Bilingual in English/Chinese or English/Spanish required Benefits (Full-Time) :
• Medical insurance
• Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
• Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and
• The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program